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2026 Summer ESY Paraprofessionals - PreK

Join Delaware Schools Consortium, Farmington Hills, MI, United States


2026 Summer ESY Paraprofessionals - PreK JobID: 35223

Posted: 4/24/2026 | Location: Fairview Early Childhood Center | Date Available: 6/29/2026 | District: Capital School District

Program Overview
Summer Program for Pre‑K – Extended School Year (ESY) Paraprofessional (Temporary)

Location: Fairview Elementary

Date of Availability: June 29th 2026

Program Dates & Schedule

Professional Learning (Required): June 29, 2026 (5¼ hours)

Student Program Dates (16 Days): July 6, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30

Schedule: Monday–Thursday 7:50–3:10 staff, 8:00–3:00 students (7.33 hours per day)

$20.50/hour for professional learning and training

$24.60/hour during program hours – certified paraprofessionals verified through DEEDS

$15.00/hour during program hours for non‑certified staff

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist teachers and program staff with summer programming that supports academic learning, enrichment, and student engagement

Support student entry, transitions, and dismissal procedures to maintain a safe and structured environment

Model and reinforce positive behavior, SEL strategies, and program expectations

Encourage participation and support engaging group interactions

Provide small‑group or one‑on‑one support during academic and enrichment activities

Support students with organization, study skills, and personal goal setting

Reinforce positive behaviors and help students build interpersonal and leadership skills

Data, Safety, and Compliance

Assist with attendance tracking and other data collection as directed by program staff

Supervise and ensure student safety during daily activities, transitions, and field trips

Maintain reliability, punctuality, and preparedness for each assigned session

Professional Learning & Program Expectations

Participate in required professional learning and training

Collate with program staff to ensure consistent implementation

Perform additional duties as assigned by Site Coordinator, Principal, or District Leadership

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework or paraprofessional certification preferred

Experience working with youth in schools, summer programs, or community organizations

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with elementary, middle, and high school students

Commitment to fostering inclusive, engaging, and safe learning environments

Bilingual skills preferred but not required

Physical Demands

Regularly use hands and fingers, reach with arms, and communicate clearly

Frequently stand, walk, and sit

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Standard Requirements

Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check

Tuberculin Test and physical

Mandatory Direct Deposit of paycheck

Application Procedures
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may apply by completing an employment application. A cover letter, resume, and three letters of reference (dated within the last year) are required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Applicants needing special accommodations in the application process may contact the Human Resources office at 302‑857‑4215.

The Capital School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity, against victims of domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking, or upon any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies should be directed to the Title IX, District 504 and ADA Coordinators: Capital School District, 198 Commerce Way, Dover DE 19904. Phone (302) 672‑1500

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